| Singles | |
|---|---|
| 1979 ABN World Tennis Tournament | |
| Champion |
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| Runner-up |
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| Final score | 6–4, 6–2 |
| Draw | 32 |
| Seeds | 8 |
Jimmy Connors was the defending champion of the singles event at the ABN World Tennis Tournament, but did not participate in this edition. First-seeded Björn Borg won the title after a victory in the final against third-seeded John McEnroe 6–4, 6–2.